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Classes

Angikam bhuvanam yasya Vachikam sarva vangmayam Aharyam chandra taradi Tam namah satvikam shivam

The centre not only imparts intensive training in Dance but the students learn Sanskrit, Indian Literature, Mythology, Poetry, Aesthetics, History of Dance, Philosophy, Spiritual thought and Theory of Dance.

The classes are educative and interactive, encouraging creative expression and inculcating an awareness of the interdisciplinary approach by understanding the inter-relatedness of all art forms. The Centre provides an environment that fosters the artistic, intellectual and personal growth preparing students for successful and productive lives. The Centre aims to teach students Bharatanatyam not as an entertaining art form but as Natya Yoga that reveals the spiritual through the physical and emotional body.

The centre encourages and enforces students to also learn dance through seeing,watching and observing. The model of the class and the activities of the centre is structured to foster this. In addition the structure of the class imbibes the qualities of patience, concentration, hardwork, discipline and improves the attention span. 

Our aim is to make everyone experience the joy of dancing with complete awareness. This is achieved through

What is Bharatanatyam?

Bharatanatyam is a classical Indian dance form that originated in Tamil Nadu, known for its grace, storytelling, and intricate footwork. It is deeply rooted in Hindu temple traditions and has evolved over centuries, often performed as a form of worship and devotion. The dance is characterized by expressive facial gestures, intricate hand movements (mudras), and rhythmic footwork, all aimed at conveying emotions and spiritual themes.

The dance is typically performed to Carnatic music, with percussion instruments like the mridangam setting the rhythm. Bharatanatyam combines both abstract dance and narrative storytelling, often portraying stories from Hindu mythology or spiritual devotion. Dancers wear traditional costumes, with elaborate jewelry and makeup, and the performance is a blend of beauty, devotion, and technical skill.